Railside Farm, Dressage Eventing Equestrian Training Guliderland NY

518-357-4482
Altamont, New York
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About Railside Farm

Instructor & Trainer- Melissa Suits

Riding since the age of seven, Melissa Suits has been teaching and training horses for over 20 years. Her list of accomplishments includes a 4 year Equine Science degree from Centenary College, successfully competing to the preliminary level in eventing and showing through 4th level. She is a certified riding instructor with a thirst for knowledge who consistently broadens her equine education both in and out of the saddle.

Melissa has had the opportunity to work with many wonderful trainers over the years such as Eric Horgan, Marc Leone, Beth Adams, Olav Drehn, Tom Noone and others.

Her training approach stresses the importance of balance and strong position, understanding horse behavior, developing trust and a solid working partnership between horse and rider.

The lesson program at Railside is geared toward the adult rider pursuing dressage. Melissa is
a knowledgeable and patient instructor who understands the challenges of riding with a busy life style.
Students of all levels are welcome.

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Manager & Owner Mary Gleason

Manager & Owner-Mary Gleason

Managing and boarding horses for over 20 years, Mary treats each horse like they are her own and believes
that a happy horse makes for a happy owner. She has a strong belief in letting horses be horses and ample
turnout is always a priority. Mary has lots of first aid knowledge and when in doubt will always look to her
vets for guidance. You can be assured that your horses are in the very best of care with her. Mary is pursing
her riding career under the instruction of Melissa.

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